Discover the Wimmera

 
 

Star Gazing with BigSky John

See some of the best stars in the night sky while staying in the Wimmera. John’s knowledge and interest in the night sky will keep you looking skyward. See the rings around Saturn, the surface of the Moon, the Milky Way and more.

Murtoa Stick Shed

A stunning cathedral-like structure hidden along the Silo Art Trail. The Stick Shed (previously known as the Murtoa No. 1 Grain Store) is the only remaining emergency grain store built during World War Two.

 

Silo Trail

The Silo Art Trail is Australia's largest outdoor gallery, linking the Wimmera Mallee's treasured small towns across 700km through the region and starting in Rupanyup.

Natimuk Market

Natimuk Farmers Market is held four times a year. Check dates by clicking this link to their FB page. Held on a Sunday in April, June, November and December.

Stawell Markets

Running on the first Sunday of each month, the Stawell Show Market offers a range of quality local produce, products, and craft, as well as an outdoor car boot sale. Barbecue, pancakes and coffee also available.

The market is held at Laidlaw Park (Stawell Harness Racing Complex), 78 Patrick St, Stawell, VIC. If you would like further details, please contact Geoff Erwin on 0427 501 415.

Then there’s the Stawell Gift, held every year at Easter at Stawell. Book your stay at Meera.

Jung Markets

Jung Recreation Reserve Road, Jung, VIC

Opening Hours - Last Saturday of the month: January - November. Third Saturday of the month: December
9am - 1pm.

In 2025, this means the market will be held on the following Saturdays: January 25, February 22, March 29, April 26, May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 25, November 29, and December 20.

 

Murtoa’s Big Weekend

Lock in 2025’s Murtoa’s Big Weekend 3-day event… Friday 3, Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October 2025. New and exciting elements are yet to be announced, with event planning in progress. Keep a look out for updates on the website and Facebook page.